For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,182 students in Lake City, MN (there are 1 private school, serving 86 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Lake City, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Lake City, MN are Bluff View Elementary School and Lincoln Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lake City, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Lake City have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lake City, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bluff View Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1156 West Lakewood Ave
Lake City, MN 55041
(651) 345-4551
Lake City, MN 55041
(651) 345-4551
Grades: PK-6
| 586 students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Secondary
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 S Garden Street
Lake City, MN 55041
(651) 345-4553
Lake City, MN 55041
(651) 345-4553
Grades: 7-12
| 596 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lake City, MN?
The top ranked public schools in Lake City, MN include Bluff View Elementary School and Lincoln Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Lake City?
2 public schools are located in Lake City.
What percentage of students in Lake City go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Lake City are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Lake City?
Lake City public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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